Tag Archives: ŠKODA AUTO

Škoda Auto Leads at Prague Pride with Elroq Respectline and 100+ Marchers

(IN BRIEF) As main partner of Prague Pride’s 15th edition, Škoda Auto mobilised over 100 staff and partners to participate in workshops and the parade, featuring the rainbow-themed electric Elroq Respectline on a floating Vltava pontoon. Board Member Karsten Schnake … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Drives Sustainability at the 2025 Tour de France Femmes avec Fleet of 32 Electrified Support Vehicles

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is providing 32 fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles to support the 2025 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, the longest and most demanding edition in the race’s history. From 26 July to 3 August, 154 … Read the full press release

Škoda Begins Vietnamese Assembly of Kushaq in Partnership with Thanh Cong Group

(IN BRIEF) Škoda has launched local assembly and sales of the Kushaq in Vietnam, becoming the first Škoda model built in the country from CKD kits supplied from India. The new Thanh Cong Group joint-venture plant, opened in March 2025, … Read the full press release

Škoda and Prokop & Brož Launch Exclusive Laurin & Klement Wristwatches to Celebrate 130 Years of Automotive Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto, in collaboration with Prokop & Brož, is launching a limited edition of 130 Laurin & Klement wristwatches to commemorate the 130th anniversary of Škoda Auto. Inspired by the 1908 Laurin & Klement BSC sports car, the … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Marks 32nd Year as Official Sponsor of IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship with New Enyaq RS Family and Exclusive Fan Experiences

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto celebrates 32 years as the official sponsor of the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship by unveiling its new Enyaq RS family of all-electric vehicles. In addition to providing 45 electrified vehicles for the tournament, Škoda also … Read the full press release

Škoda Unveils Elroq Respectline to Celebrate Diversity and Inclusion in European Diversity Month

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has introduced the Elroq Respectline concept car to celebrate European Diversity Month, showcasing the company’s commitment to respect, inclusion, and diversity. The car, adorned with a Czech “háček” motif and rainbow accents, will make its public … Read the full press release

Škoda Commemorates 130 Years with Groundbreaking 10th Student Car Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto’s 10th Student Car, created by 28 students from the Škoda Auto Secondary Vocational School of Engineering, celebrates the company’s 130-year legacy and its connection to cycling. With the fabrication and bodywork phases now complete, the project … Read the full press release

Vietnam Assembly Revolution: Škoda Taps Indian CKD Synergy for Local Auto Production

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto, in partnership with Thanh Cong Group, has inaugurated a new assembly facility in Vietnam that will locally produce the Slavia and Kushaq models from CKD kits sourced from Pune, India. The plant, located in Quang Ninh … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 90-Year Legacy with a Bold Evolution of the Iconic Superb

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto commemorates 90 years since the launch of the Superb at its Mladá Boleslav plant, a model that revolutionized automotive engineering with its advanced chassis, hydraulic braking system, and innovative 12V electrical setup. Initially produced in 1935, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Champions Circular Economy by Repurposing Steel Offcuts in Decarbonisation Initiative

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has joined the SATURNIN project led by Beneva to repurpose steel waste and support industrial decarbonisation. The initiative, which embodies circular economy principles, connects manufacturers by matching data on sheet metal offcuts with the needs of … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Begins Production of All-Electric Enyaq Family at Mladá Boleslav Plant

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has officially started the production of the new Enyaq family at its Mladá Boleslav plant, marking a significant milestone for the Czech automaker. The fully electric Enyaq, now built alongside the Octavia and the all-new Elroq, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 30 Years of Innovation at M13 Production Hall in Mladá Boleslav

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto celebrates the 30th anniversary of its M13 production hall, which has played a key role in the brand’s success since its opening in 1996. Originally built to produce the Škoda Octavia, the facility now manufactures both … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Marks 125 Years of Engine Production with 15 Million Units and New Milestones

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto celebrates 125 years of engine production at its Mladá Boleslav facility, highlighting a legacy of innovation with over 15 million engines produced since 1899. The milestone includes the five-millionth EA 211 series engine, which reflects Škoda’s … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates Production of One Million Battery Systems at Mladá Boleslav Plant

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has reached a major milestone by producing its one-millionth high-voltage battery system at its Mladá Boleslav plant. Since starting production in 2019 with batteries for the plug-in hybrid Superb iV, the company now focuses exclusively on … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto’s Kvasiny and Vrchlabí Plants Mark Decades of Innovation and Sustainable Growth

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is celebrating major anniversaries for its Kvasiny and Vrchlabí plants, marking 90 and 160 years of operation, respectively. The Vrchlabí plant, originally a carriage manufacturer, has evolved into a cutting-edge facility producing automatic transmissions, achieving carbon … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Powers Tour de France Femmes with Sustainability: Katarzyna Niewiadoma Takes Victory, Marianne Vos Wins Points Trophy

(IN BRIEF) Katarzyna Niewiadoma won the third edition of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, with Marianne Vos taking the points classification title. Škoda Auto, the main partner of the event, provided 70 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, including … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Strengthens Support for LGBTQ+ Rights with Ongoing Prague Pride Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto continued its commitment to diversity and inclusion by partnering with the Prague Pride Festival for the third year in a row. The festival, themed around ‘Family,’ featured active participation from Škoda employees and highlighted the company’s … Read the full press release

Škoda Unveils Vision Gran Turismo Concept Car: Fusion of Tradition and Modernity

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is set to debut its latest innovation, the Škoda Vision Gran Turismo concept car, in a digital world premiere on April 24th at 18:00 CEST. Broadcasting live from Prague’s PLAYzone Arena, the event will showcase Škoda’s … Read the full press release

Škoda Unveils Epiq: A Compact City SUV Crossover Packed with Modern Design and Technology

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has announced the forthcoming release of its electric city SUV crossover, the Škoda Epiq, slated for unveiling in 2025. With an anticipated starting price of approximately 25,000 euros, the Epiq boasts a length of 4.1 meters, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto’s 2023 Financial Results Unveiled: Exclusive Peek into Future BEV Design Concept

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto is set to reveal its 2023 financial results and outline its strategic plans via livestream on Friday, March 15 at 10:00 CET. The event, broadcasted from Mladá Boleslav, will offer a sneak peek into Škoda’s upcoming … Read the full press release